Best Music Photography of 2014

With the year rocketing toward its close, I thought I'd take a moment to share some of my favorite images from 2014. Here's a collection of a few of my best music photography of the year.

Thanks for taking a little peek into my 2014. These images represent only a fraction of what I shot this year — due to image embargo and respect to clients who haven't yet used images yet, this selection doesn't include some of the year's biggest shoots.

Overall, it's been a really fantastic year. In late 2013, I moved from St. Louis to NYC and I've been very fortunate to have some great clients this past year. Travel included touring with Jason Aldean on a round of his sold-out stadium shows, as well as jumping on tour with Rascal Flatts, while publication work included Rolling Stone, Q Magazine and Kerrang. New work included being contracted to shoot stills on set of a music video for Sleigh Bells and doing official photography for X Japan's first-ever show at the historic Madison Square Garden in NYC.

I'm really looking forward to what 2015 brings, starting with shooting a Las Vegas residency with Rascal Flatts covering their rehearsals and a run of shows. Here's to 2015!

My Camera DSLR and Lenses for Concert Photography

Nikon D850: I use two Nikon D850 for my live music photography. A true do-it-all DSLR with amazing AF, fast response, and no shortage of resolution.

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Todd – you are a freakin’ inspiration to me. Love seeing your work and you’re the reason i got into music photography so a real heartfelt thanks – without learning from you I wouldn’t be in the position I am in now. Serious man. I owe you a lot. Hope our paths cross one day. Anthony D’Angio (Flex).

Congrats on your 2014, man! I’ve looked forward to the (now much rarer) updates to this site as I always love seeing new work from you, especially when it’s laced with some personal thoughts on the set, lighting, performances, etc.

Here’s hoping 2015 is even more awesome! Although a chance to sit down and grab a coffee or lunch with you is far slimmer now that you’re far off in NYC, I’ll keep pushing forward in my own work too =)

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For over a decade, ishootshows.com has been the best source for music photography and learning how to shoot concerts. Founded in 2007 by NYC music photographer Todd Owyoung, features over 1,100 articles ranging from lenses and DSLRs to use for music photography, to concert coverage, and advanced technique for anyone wanting to learn how to get into music photography.

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From working with brands to deliver compelling music lifestyle photography, photographing artists, to working with directly with management and event producers, Todd Owyoung is available for assignments worldwide.